As a long-term outdoor enthusiast, JJ Counts has always held a deep respect for the natural surroundings and beauty of the southwest. Growing up in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico has provided him a unique access to both the alpine settings of the Rockies and the stunning grandeur of the Tularosa Basin high desert. His tenacious spirit compels him to push into the wild outback reaches of these rugged landscapes to capture images not seen by the average tourist or even local.